
Michigan State Announces 2026 Season Kickoff Times and TV Slots
The Spartans have revealed dates, opponents and broadcast partners for their first three games of the 2026 college football season, marking the start of a new era under Pat Fitzgerald.
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The Spartans have revealed dates, opponents and broadcast partners for their first three games of the 2026 college football season, marking the start of a new era under Pat Fitzgerald.

Arkansas’ athletic director criticizes the 2026 college football kickoff times set by ESPN and the SEC, citing inadequate rest for players and a schedule shaped more by advertising dollars than athlete welfare.

Vanderbilt’s 2026 football slate begins with a trio of high‑stakes matchups, while the SEC introduces a ninth conference game to sharpen playoff résumés. Coach Clark Lea eyes a national title beyond a mere ten‑win season.

The Buckeyes have announced a 2026 slate that features early‑season primetime games against Texas, a Homecoming showdown with Maryland and a possible black uniform reveal, while the Michigan rivalry anchors the final weekend.

Three‑star linebacker Matthew Brady from Bloomington, Illinois, has named Michigan State among his top schools and is set to take an official visit this weekend, with a decision expected by June.

A former treasurer of the Elk Grove Jr. Thundering Herd was taken into custody after a six‑year investigation revealed the diversion of over $100,000 in league money.
The first three games of Penn State's 2026 campaign are set, featuring matchups against Marshall, Temple and Buffalo, along with broadcast information and early homecoming details.
Alabama State football will appear on ESPN's national platforms more than any other SWAC team in 2026, featuring marquee matchups and a returning HBCU Player of the Year.

The University of South Florida revealed the start times for six upcoming games, highlighting several primetime slots and a yet‑to‑be‑finalized finale against Tulane.

ESPN has released the kickoff times and TV schedules for the opening weeks of the 2026 college football season, highlighting the Florida Gators' first game and the SEC's shift to a nine‑game schedule.

Three‑star defensive end Joseph Peko has switched his pledge from the University of Colorado to Washington, a decision tied to his father’s recent hiring with the Steelers and leaving his brother as the sole Buffaloes commit.
Seven Hawai'i games will be televised nationally in 2026, featuring matchups on The CW, FOX and ACC Network, highlighted by a season‑opening clash with Stanford.

The 6‑foot‑2, 82‑inch‑wingspan prospect from Grayson High School announced his pledge to the University of Georgia, citing a clear pathway to early playing time and a coaching staff that values his versatility.

The Fighting Illini have announced their first three games of the 2026 season, highlighting a Thursday night debut versus UAB, a matchup with ACC champion Duke, and a home game against Southern Illinois.

The Cardinals reveal their 2026 slate, featuring a kickoff at Ohio State, home games against Stony Brook and a road trip to Liberty, with all contests slated for broadcast on ESPN and BTN.

Duke announces kickoff times for six 2026 games, highlighting primetime Friday night matchups against Virginia and Clemson, as the program looks to build on back‑to‑back nine‑win seasons under Manny Diaz.

Chaz Coleman's much‑anticipated move to Tennessee has been marred by missed practices and uncertainty, raising questions about his development and the wisdom of Ohio State's original recruitment choice.
The upcoming October 31, 2026 matchup between South Dakota and South Dakota State will air on an ESPN network for the third consecutive year, continuing a partnership that began with ESPNU broadcasts in 2023 and 2025.

Virginia Tech opens its 2026 season with a blend of winnable games and early ACC road tests, setting the stage for a potential 4‑0 start and a pivotal season ahead.

The Southeastern Conference has voted to end the tradition of “cupcake” games, mandating that all SEC schools play only conference opponents during the penultimate week of the season beginning in 2027.

The Mustangs' season opener will be broadcast live on ESPN, marking the first game at the newly opened John Madden Football Center and featuring tributes to the legendary coach.

The New York Giants' fourth organized team activity showcased a flurry of interceptions, touchdowns and quarterback praise, setting an upbeat tone for the upcoming schedule of practices and minicamp.

Single-game tickets for Penn State's 2026 football season will hit the market on June 5, with pricing shaped by opponent and seat demand, while the schedule reveals a relatively light Big Ten slate.

A new congressional proposal seeks to impose a hard salary cap, limit player transfers and extend antitrust protections to NCAA athletes, a move that could dramatically affect Florida and other Power Four schools.